Alcatel falls victim to Sarkozy’s blitz-visit to TurkeyMarch 9, 2011 - 18:46 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - French President Nicolas Sarkozy’s blitz-visit to Turkey lead to Ankara’s decision to cease cooperation with France’s Alcatel, Sabah Turkish newspaper said. According to the newspaper, 4 satellites sent into space by Turkey were manufactured by the French company. However, because of the firm position of France on Turkey’s EU bid and Armenian Genocide recognition, the cooperation was stopped. “Turkey has abandoned Alcatel after 18-years of partnership and has selected Japan's Mitsubishi to be their new partners in satellite production,” Sabah reported. Top stories Authorities said a total of 192 Azerbaijani troops were killed and 511 were wounded during Azerbaijan’s offensive. In 2023, the Azerbaijani government will increase the country’s defense budget by more than 1.1 billion manats ($650 million). The bill, published on Monday, is designed to "eliminate the shortcomings of an unreasonably broad interpretation of the key concept of "compatriot". The earthquake caused a temporary blackout, damaged many buildings and closed a number of rural roads. Partner news | Titus, Bilirakis lead legislation to sanction Azerbaijani war criminals Representatives Dina Titus (D-NV) and Gus Bilirakis (R-FL) have introduced the bipartisan legislation. Armenia: Defense Ministry warns against involving army in political processes The Ministry’s statement came after a video surfaced online, showing soldiers joining the protests in Tavush. Scholz hopes Armenia-Azerbaijan peace treaty will be signed this year German Chancellor Olaf Scholz hopes that a peace treaty between Armenia and Azerbaijan will be signed this year. Ucom equips four bus stops in Ijevan with free Wi-Fi Ucom now provides free Wi-Fi coverage in smart bus stops in four communities of Ijevan. |